WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2025

exermom · January 3

Kylia – my voice is much better today. Still not perfect. I am not sure if I’ll go to the soup kitchen tomorrow, I doubt it. Just texted the lady in charge of the volunteers and told her that I won’t be there.

Vince is going out to bring in the Christmas decorations, or at least start. I told him I’d help him. He’s convinced that I’m sick and should be in the house. I’ll just wear a coat and a scarf. I can at least carry the blowmolds into the garage. Think I’ll wear my BK coat since I don’t care if I get red clay on it.

KJ – how long did your “whispering” last?

Margaret – Vince has always said that he’d hire me a maid only if I absolutely couldn’t do it myself because he knows me and I’d clean before she came because I didn’t want her to see the place dirty and then I’d clean after she left because she didn’t do it my way. So it really would be twice the work for me

I had to pick up a prescription at that CVS. I see that they have Thanksgiving/fall items on sale 50% off. By now I would expect 75% off. Their Christmas things aren’t even 50% off.

Mo – thanks for sharing those great pictures with us. The food looks scrumptious

Lisa – nice that you have a proofreader

We got most of the blowmolds down and in the garage. I want to start prebowling for when we go to FL. This way, if we do one/week we’ll get every one done. I’m thinking that we’ll go after I finish work. You don’t need to talk when bowling (except for when we are on the league...lol), have lunch, and then come home and probably start to put the blowmolds away.

Think I’ll take my shower and then, yes, get in bed.

Michele NC

pipcd34 · January 3

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sh0tzz99 · January 3

Tracey-The lights are wonderful. It looks so cozy!

Nice to see you Kelly.

Welcome back, Carla.

Carol-Thinking about you and your husband. Hope he's on the mend.

Vicki-Hope all goes well with your husband's surgery.

Thanks to all who have shared photos. It's nice to be taken along on your journeys and to see the kids grow up!

Machka...you are very deliberate with your goals. It's admirable. I was a project manager and wasn't that specific...that's likely because my heart was definitely not in the work.

Goals:

I've set a goal to do an entire Beachbody program. I normally just choose one that fits my mood for the day, rather than following one from start to end. So I started a 4 week one on Monday. I've always been reasonably good about exercising, but lately it's been really hard to stay motivated. Likely, because I haven't seen any real results in over 4 years. The weight will go up or down a few ounces here and there, but even with extreme measures, the needle doesn't really move. So, maybe I need a new attitude because I know the exercise is good for me, even if it doesn't show me results on the outside.

I'm also going to drink less alcohol. I had already cut it way back several months ago, but I don't need it. I like the taste of wine, beer, and cocktails, but I don't drink them for the alcohol effects. So, why not just drink tasty beverages without it. I'm creating some mocktails and trying to find activities that interest the mister and do not revolve around booze. That will be a big challenge.

The mister bought himself a smoker. We've been eating far too much smoked meat the past couple of weeks. Last night, we did a vegetarian meal. Tonight, it'll be meat, but not smoked. I appreciate him providing the main course, but it's really way too much. I think I have to limit it to once every other week. I also suspect he'll get less enthusiastic as the time passes. But, since he still doesn't have a job, he needs to keep busy for both of us.

Tina in CA

Machka9 · January 3

Machka9 wrote: »

January 2

First bicycle ride of the year! Second day of exercise for the year!

Today's ride was great ... beautiful day. I am loving living near roads I can cycle from home.

Speaking of second day of exercise for the year ...

Back on Page 1, I mentioned S.M.A.R.T goals and I mentioned that one of my goals is to improve my fitness level. I also said that I've got specific details for each of my rather vague goals.

So, for example.

Goal: Improve fitness level

Detailed goal: Exercise for at least 300 days of the year.

Specific - I plan to exercise for at least 300 days of the year.
Measurable - I will log my exercise so that I can identify whether or not I have made my goal.
Attainable - I have done it before! Not in the past 2 years, but before that. So it can be done.
Relevant - I want to improve my fitness level and I know that one element of accomplishing that is to exercise regularly. Exercising 300 days of the year would be exercising regularly.
Time-Bound - One year.

I could be more detailed if I wanted by defining "exercise". It could be a specific type of exercise or a length of time or reaching a certain heart rate.

I might go with "at least 15 minutes of exercise". I'm active as much as possible throughout the day, but this would be 15 minutes of "actual" exercise. I'll see how that goes.

But I also wanted to point out that by choosing 300 days of exercise, that leaves me 65 days (over 5 days each month) where I may not exercise. That gives me flexibility.

Machka in Oz

I gave an example of an all-year goal on my list. I also have much shorter goals.

Under Medical, two of my goals are regarding dental work and hearing.

Medical: I want to create medical record binders (and on the computer) for both of us, in case something happens. But hoping that we have minimal medical issues this year.

The goal is to keep us as healthy as we can be and to ensure we have information at our fingertips.

Specific: I want to get the fillings in at least 2 more teeth converted over to the new filling material so that my teeth don't continue breaking.
Measurable: I'll have new fillings in at least 2 more teeth
Attainable: I had two done just before Christmas, I can get 2 more done at some point.
Relevant: Keeping on top of dental work benefits our heart health as there is a link between oral health and heart health. My heart has at least one wonky valve so I like to do things that benefit my heart health.
Time-Bound: In the first 6 months of the year.

Specific: I want to visit my audiologist
Measurable: The visit to my audiologist
Attainable: I've done it before. I was supposed to do it annually but it is now over 2 years since I have been. I can do it again.
Relevant: Keeping on top of hearing issues benefits our brains and helps ward off dementia as there is a link between hearing loss and dementia. Although I don't have any signs of dementia, I know I do have hearing loss and I'm supposed to keep on top of it.
Time-Bound: In the first 3 months of the year.

For some reason, these small goals can get pushed off into the future and pushed off into the future and before I know it, a year or two have passed. But I know that I need to deal with them this year ... and it won't take long ... just an hour or two one day each!

Machka in Oz

barbiecat · January 3

CarolI am thinking good thoughts for your husband

. Vicki. I hope the surgery comes soon for your husband

Carla I am glad to see you again

KJ. You've had some super challenges. Glad to see you again

Slept better last night

Barbie in NW WA

Machka9 · January 3

Not enough time to exercise?

168 hours in a week
- 56 hours for sleep (7 days * 8 hours)
- 50 hours for work, including commute (5 days * 10 hours)
- 10.5 hours for exercise (the recommended amount of 90 minutes a day * 7 days)
= 51.5 hours for ... whatever you want. 🙂

M in Oz

mcmillonmail · January 3

Since the fireworks that go off every night, Rose has clung to me again. She was with DS, but she entered my room when the pop sounds went off. I will be glad when school starts. Then it will be quiet at night. I have two more weeks with DS; then, I can focus on myself. DH is ready to plan another trip in March, but I am not prepared. I want to let my bank account grow and stay home. We will see how I feel. It felt good to get the Christmas decor down and the trees put away. Garbage picked up today. As I sighed in relief, I realized I needed to take down my mom's tree. She is tough cause she loves it so. When I was in high school, she would have her tree and Christmas music going on in July to cheer herself up. So, I will give her another week and then take it down while she is in the social room. I may try to find a decoration that lights up in its place. I love how Tracey decorated her house. Maybe I can do a modified version in my mom's room.
On my next days off, I need to get an oil change and get back on track with exercise. I also worked on eating this week and need to work on my budget and calendar. Last, I need to work on my recertification in BLS and PALS. Then, we need to work on getting DS a new computer. I've had more headaches lately; I wonder if it is stress, allergies, or both.

Tracey - You are so artistic in all you do. Your granddaughter Michaela is stunning.

Lisa, Egg always lends a helpful paw when needed. She edits your post, goes out to help DH, and keeps your legs warm.

Carol, how is DH doing after the stent surgery?

Barbie, Sending tight hugs.

Machka, Congratulations on the new position coming up in March. I hope you will love it. Thank you for your post. I find them exceptionally Motivating.

Allie, I hope all is well for Tracey and Kyle. I hope Kyle starts taking his meds. I hope you get your brother settled before you begin caring for Delia.

Michelle, maybe rest is what you need to regain your voice. Just monitor your tonsils, as I have seen an increased number of cases of strep.

Debbie, I hope that DH appreciates all you are doing for MIL. I wonder if she needs to live on her own anymore. Maybe you all should look for assisted living for her. I know she is difficult, so living with you
is not an option. It is a tough position to be in these days.:(

I think I will go to bed with a good book. You all take care.
XO,
Mo in Mississippi

Whidislander · January 3

Mo great photos!
Carol thoughts are with you!
Michele sorry you have lost your voice!

I am getting a cold or something. Achy and headache. Took cold meds tonight, and took a hot shower. I am also fasting, so it could be the beginning feelings of that. It takes a bit to acclimate. Today's grocery run was good. I bought veggies, Pellegrino water, lots of protein items. Salmon, cottage cheese, deli turkey, some havarti cheese. Treats was a package of fig newtons. Other treats was a jar of pickled asparagus, and a small jar of sundried tomato bruschetta. Not having sliced bread but did buy Everything bagels, and I have Wassa crackers. I bought a roast chicken. I was 21 hrs into my fast by the time we arrived home so before I put away groceries I plugged down a Pellegrino water, and opened my eating window with some roast chicken all warm. Then I made 4 crackers with Wassa, havarti, turkey and diced tomato with a spoonful of olive bruschetta mixed in, that I put on top. It did the trick!

I didn't sleep well last night (my body still kind of figuring out what its supposed to do) so I took a well deserved nap after eating!

I ate some cashews and drank coffee the way I like it, and closed my eating window at 5 pm.
I really wasn't hungry to fix more.
Hugs to everyone!
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa

Snowflake1968 · January 3

Michele - I get laryngitis almost every year and I’m never sick with it. I worked for a company that didn’t have a back up for me and still had me come in to work. Answering the phone and scheduling was my main job. To schedule I had to make calls. 😂

Machka - I really like the 300 days of the year for exercise. It seems more manageable that way.

Lisa - I bet you’re right on Rodger feeling useless. I should have more patience or something maybe.
Egg is enjoying your writing.

Kelly - Lights and snowflakes from the ceiling. I may have to think of that next year.
The kids whispering back to you is so funny!😂

Lanette - I don’t like those dreams that seem so real.

Margaret - that’s a good way of looking at it, I guess truthfully I do this for me too.
I can’t imagine the red tape and regulations in an overseas death. My cousin’s husband passed in the States. He drove truck, there first had to be an investigation to ensure it wasn’t a homicide, then a big mess in getting everything in order. It was 2.5 weeks after he passed that his children could get him home. It made a terrible time even worse for them. Their Mom passed 2 years before him. They were both young.

Pip - I’m glad you were able to have a talk with your sister.

Rita - I hope your son took the call.
I would love to send Christmas cards to all of you. I need to check out the price of stamps to other countries.
Sorry Brownie is having a hard time.

Vicki - I hope your DH gets fixed fast.

Barbie - is that Annie and your daughter?

Back to work today. It felt like a Monday. I also feel like I had no time off.

I don’t know what is wrong with me this evening but I can’t seem to feel full.
Michaela texted me today to tell me her birthday is tomorrow, it’s her last day of being eight.
Then she texted me this evening to see if she could have another sleepover. I have to put her off for a couple of weeks because I have plans the next two Saturday’s. I find that takes up the whole weekend.

Thank you all so much for the comments on my lights. I have a lot of fun decorating for the seasons and changing it up from time to time.
I’m really enjoying my crystal being out too. My grandmother started this collection for me 40 years ago, she bought me four glasses as a gift to go in my hope chest my Dad built for me. Christmas 1984.
She started it because she had glasses that I pretended was crystal and drank my ginger ale champagne in them. She had had them for my whole life they came in Duz soap, back when you got gifts and keepsakes for your everyday purchases I guess.
Anyway, that’s my trip down memory lane today.

Tracey in Edmonton

pipcd34 · January 3

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exermom · January 3

Mo – I had my tonsils removed when I was about 10!!! I’m trying to get more sleep. Only thing is...right now my sinuses are acting up. No surprise as this happens whenever there is a change in the weather and it just got cold. So, therefore, I’m taking a decongestant. This ALWAYS makes me wide awake at 3a.m. On the bright side I do get to see all the Mary Tyler Moore reruns...lol But I’m trying to get more and more sleep. Last night I got to bed at 10:15. But I’m up at 12:15. Oh well.. Vince was so sweet, tonight he asked me “do you feel achey” No “do you feel tired” No “do you feel feverish” No Like KJ – just my voice

Tracey – oh my, that must have been horrible! To have to talk

Tracey – I have a set of these really nice dishes. Well, it’s not a complete set. I wondered where they came from and my aunt told me that during the depression, you used to get a piece of china in boxes of detergent

Michele NC
who is up again

skuehn48 · January 3

Machka9 · January 3

January 3

Laundry washed and on the line.

Cat trap picked up.

Cushion for my husband's chair purchased.

And exercise for today completed.

It was an absolutely beautiful day for a bicycle ride.

Machka in Oz

ginnytez · January 3

Good morning all:

While enjoy the holidays I do not like them in the middle of the week (at least while I am still working!) Took off the three days Christmas week (Christmas Eve and Christmas are holidays for us). Worked the three days we were open this week (covering for staff who were off). It's a quiet time to work and clean out stuff, but the extra weekend in the middle of the week is just strange. Even though I typically WFH on Friday, going in due to a skeleton crew on site.

We have a dusting of snow this morning (maybe an inch or so). They are predicting a possible big dump Sunday into Monday. Currently saying possible 6 inches or more-depends on how the winds shift. Going to double check food stuffs-don't think I have to do a store run. I have roast for crock pot to put on today or tomorrow. Have some tuna and a can of chicken if lose power. Will get my power banks charged. Have cash to pay the guy who clears my driveway for me.

I have started purging work files and stacks of papers. I tend to keep stuff based on when we only had paper copies-so much of the stuff is now electronic so it isn't needed-although at times I like the physical document to read. Doing similar at home. Plan to clean out at least one closet this weekend-I have far to many perfectly good clothing items I don't wear-either the sizing (or just the fit) is not right, style has changed, etc. Need to pass them on to new home. I believe I get stuck from my very young years when the wardrobe was small due to finances!

Since my Apple Watch needs a charge going to go pack lunch, etc., before my stretches/exercise. I don't want to lose my tracking for activities.

Take care all,

Ginny in Ohio

kymarai · January 3

Good Friday!
I have logged foods for 4 days. I colored Wednesday night and read for about 30 mins yesterday! I got my hair cut and colored last night. Writing my GLAD things is new each night and harder than I thought. I cleaned out bedside cabinet yesterday morning =Achieved but couldn't think of that last night-smh. There was a specific thing yesterday that I remember saying, I Learned something new, but for the life of me I can't remember what it was! Grateful is easy as i truly have been blessed. Delighted in has been easy as well. Kittens bring such joy! I WILL keep doing this exercise in writing for two reasons. The first it helps keep me more in the moments, I think. The second, I feel it is helping with both anxiety and depression. My stylist is concerned that my hair is thinning badly from my ears forward. She thinks the headgear and sleeping in ponytail are not helping. I tried a claw clip to hold headgear on last night. It seemed to work. The light snow was beautiful at 1 am. Not so beautiful when you have to drive in it. The upside is I plowed snow for years. I've got this!

Barbie- Great picture! Hugs staying with you!

Ginny I agree with middle of the week holidays! Sounds like good plans for upcoming snow. I don't worry as much about me driving, but the others on the road who think they know how to drive! Monday morning I have to take DH hunting, then kittens to vet for spaying, then to work. Am hoping the commute to pick up kittens in the evening is easy.Tuesday I just have to get DH to hunt, then I am WFH that day. Okay, I will be training online most of the day.

Mo I always found it hard when my ex came home from deployments. I got use to do everything on my own and found having another adult around was just exhausting! I hear you! Hugs!

Need to go get meat in crockpot for dinner tonight. Last nights dinner was yogurt and cinnamon walnuts as it was nearly 9 pm due to hair appt. At least I had a good lunch. Cookies are almost gone! I believe DH had them for dinner last night.

Have a wonderful day!
Stay safe!
Make the best choices you can!
Hugs for all!

Love,
Kylia in Ohio

kymarai · January 3

Machka Love the hours break down. Now need to figure out what I am doing with those "extra" hours!

Mo and Vicki I sent you messages.

minicooper452 · January 3

Oh good lord Lisa yes, deep freezing. 4 right now... heading down this weekend.

Hugs to everyone who needs them. I've been lurking around and reading every once in awhile. I'm so sorry to read of your losses.

I lost my sweet Mom last May, but it was time. It hit really hard over Christmas.

Thanks Rebecca, my sweet. Don't know about stereo. That could be too much me.

LOVE all your lights, Tracey. That's so me.

Been okay, Michele. Dealing with some family stuff. Anne's still being Anne and she's not speaking to anyone but Freddy now, but I'm trying to live with that.

On a wonderful note, Lacy and Nick got married and it was beautiful and lovely and they're happy and life is good.

Thank you Miss Heather. You're looking just amazing as always.

Thanks to everyone for the warm and kind welcome back.

Love and Blessings
Carla, in MN

LisaInArkansas · January 3

Morning, my chicks,

Will be jumping in the shower shortly, as I need to run into town to sign a medical records transfer from my old orthopod to a new one. Not pleasant, but quite necessary. There was neither surprise nor protest about getting the records transferred when I talked to them, which tells me something all by itself.

While I'm out, I'll get a couple errands done - it's an old people thing, right. The joke about how do you know you're old? When you bend down to pick something up and look around to see if there's something else you need to do while you're down there. Too apt for comfort, perhaps! 😂🐈‍⬛😜

My right hip still feels like I've been kicked by a horse - Got it in a kink during my nap attack yesterday, stayed in the same position in bed for three straight hours and just wacked it right out. Still a deep down ache this morning.

Family ca-ca. No news isn't always good news:

Still haven't heard from my daughter - she posts something vague on her FB about every 24 hours about not having the kids yet and still being stuck in Atlanta. That's it. The fact that she's not reaching out to me usually means she's uncomfortable about an action she has either taken or not taken, and doesn't want to tell me about it. However, I won't find out about it until years from now. I have to assume if she needs us, she will contact us.

Probably because of this, woke up around 2 a.m. screaming. Was dreaming that I was being held captive by someone, and I kept trying to scream but couldn't. Old dream, used to be my abusive father that was emprisoning me, hand over my mouth keeping me from screaming.

Anyway, I finally was able to break the hold and scream, and did so SO loud that it woke me, woke Corey, and probably woke Egg, wherever she was. A shrink would have a field day with me right now.

This too shall pass, this too shall pass, this too shall pass.

Time to get in the shower.
Love y'all,
Lisa in AR

pipcd34 · January 3

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LisaInArkansas · January 3

My little Klingon this morning, knows if I'm putting on my socks, I'm leaving... and delaying that however she can:

Lifted my mood, sending me off smiling...
Love,
Lisa in AR

bwcetc · January 3

Carla ... I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Regardless of the time or circumstances, losing a parent is never easy and the holidays can be brutal when grief is fresh. (I edited to add ... it actually remains difficult during the holiday no matter how much time has passed.) Hugs.

Lisa ... ugh ... I hate old, recurring dreams. Hoping today gets better for you.

Kelly ... good to see you posting again! You have been busy!!

Barbie ... thinking of you every day. Hugs.

Rebecca ... I'm back at IF as well ... 2:00 - 7:00 is my window. Dr. Bert Herring says it's an "opportunity" to eat then ... not a mandate. I have to remind myself of that often.

Last Year/New Year Goals ... I was lighter at the end of the year ... but not significantly so. I really have to get serious about weight loss. So I am following IF (19:5) ... it keeps me from willy-nilly eating. But I will also have to monitor CICO to see exactly how much I'm eating in those 5 hours. I do know that my exercise level is far too low and I need to shake that up. Starting with walking. Either on my treadmill or at the park when the weather allows.

Beth near Buffalo where it has been lightly snowing (the Lake Effect stuff is south of me this time! Yay!)

KJLaMore · January 3

Good morning all! This past week off has been wonderfully relaxing. DH is doing everything he can to keep me resting. He has been doing the laundry and kitchen clean up. He hasn't requested any special meals and has asked me to just not cook. We have been eating soups, sandwiches, and leftovers from Christmas and the wedding, all week. Last night, he, DYS, and I went to our local Applebee's for dinner and to watch the ND vs Georgia game. That was probably the BEST night of this whole two weeks off. We were comfortable, being fed, watching our team win, and together. Laughing and not talking "business". So...today is really my last total relaxation day. Tomorrow I will be in prep for the work week mode. BUT...I have decided to ease up on myself a bit. Our theme this month is Mittens, Snow/Winter, and Polar regions. All easy things. All activities, books, and crafts I already have supplies for. My plan is to make the transition into the New Year as gently as possible. I have turned my stroller into a steerable wagon that holds six little ones. So our daily walks can begin again! Yea!
Pip- so sorry your family gave you such a hard time! I hope your plans for next year's ride go well! A trip up there will be fun, if you are up to it!
Lisa- Stress dreams are the worst! Sending thoughts, prayers, good vibes to you and your daughter/grandchildren.
Michele- my whispering only lasted a couple of days. Even through I felt fine, I took an elderberry tonic every morning and evening, then also did salt water gargle and saline nasal rinses about 4 times a day.

Well, I need to get some food in my belly to pad the coffee that is already there. Two eggs and brown rice. And of course, Pico. Lol. Ttfn xoxoxo. KJ(Kelly)

kevrit · January 3

mcmillonmail wrote: »

Since the fireworks that go off every night, Rose has clung to me again. She was with DS, but she entered my room when the pop sounds went off. I will be glad when school starts. Then it will be quiet at night. I have two more weeks with DS; then, I can focus on myself. DH is ready to plan another trip in March, but I am not prepared. I want to let my bank account grow and stay home. We will see how I feel. It felt good to get the Christmas decor down and the trees put away. Garbage picked up today. As I sighed in relief, I realized I needed to take down my mom's tree. She is tough cause she loves it so. When I was in high school, she would have her tree and Christmas music going on in July to cheer herself up. So, I will give her another week and then take it down while she is in the social room. I may try to find a decoration that lights up in its place. I love how Tracey decorated her house. Maybe I can do a modified version in my mom's room.
On my next days off, I need to get an oil change and get back on track with exercise. I also worked on eating this week and need to work on my budget and calendar. Last, I need to work on my recertification in BLS and PALS. Then, we need to work on getting DS a new computer. I've had more headaches lately; I wonder if it is stress, allergies, or both.

Tracey - You are so artistic in all you do. Your granddaughter Michaela is stunning.

Lisa, Egg always lends a helpful paw when needed. She edits your post, goes out to help DH, and keeps your legs warm.

Carol, how is DH doing after the stent surgery?

Barbie, Sending tight hugs.

Machka, Congratulations on the new position coming up in March. I hope you will love it. Thank you for your post. I find them exceptionally Motivating.

Allie, I hope all is well for Tracey and Kyle. I hope Kyle starts taking his meds. I hope you get your brother settled before you begin caring for Delia.

Michelle, maybe rest is what you need to regain your voice. Just monitor your tonsils, as I have seen an increased number of cases of strep.

Debbie, I hope that DH appreciates all you are doing for MIL. I wonder if she needs to live on her own anymore. Maybe you all should look for assisted living for her. I know she is difficult, so living with you
is not an option. It is a tough position to be in these days.:(

I think I will go to bed with a good book. You all take care.
XO,
Mo in Mississippi

@Mo, perhaps you could keep a small tree up and decorate for the season, like for Valentine’s Day (or Winter), Easter (or Spring), 4th of July (or Summer), Halloween (or Fall), then Christmas again? I’ve seen trees like these and they are beautiful and festive. Just my 2 cents! 👽
RVRita in Roswell

kevrit · January 3

Good news about my son, he didn’t take the call because he was at work (win 1). He asked for the psychiatrist phone number(win 2) which I gave him. He filled out all the new patient info and has an appointment (win 3!) He will keep the appointment as it is part of his court orders and he Knows he needs the meds. He knows and understands what happens when he doesn’t have the meds. Paranoid schizophrenia is nothing to play around with!

Went to town yesterday and got all my errands done in a hour! So only a 2 hour trip to town with travel. Doing short 15 minute walks but need to up that to at least 2 15 minute walks a day at least. So but steady. Feeling better with the end of the holidays and upping my meds. I know I mentioned that before, I just feel so much better with the higher dose, I am just trying to convince myself! I see my psychiatrist next week. I have a new phone coming with a free iPad and iwatch. I will get the phone, DH will get the watch and iPad. Can’t wait. I love setting up new electronics! Fun for me.

Today we are going to Sam’s for our monthly shop and lunch out. DH will come with me, so an all day trip.

Though for the day:
What did the potato farmer do about the rodents?
Nipped the problem in the bud.

Have a wonderful day!
RVRita in Roswell

auntiebk · January 3

Today’s gratitude: Joe’s really putting in the effort to get along with Mooch, researching poodles on the internet, reporting every time his training efforts succeed. There’s history here for another time, I’m just grateful for NOW.
Kylia wanted to thank you for your “make the best choices you can” in your posts. Inspiration for my theme this year.
Michele Vince is sure wise about how you’d cope with a hired housecleaner. :laugh:
Mo thanks for the pics, loved your smiles. Brava for working on those recertifications, what great tools for the angel you are.
Tracey would you have to pay duty on any “crystal” I sent you? Mama used to collect cut glass and there are some unique pieces I’d love to gift you.
Lisa, I (and Joe) hate it when I have those dreams. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve awakened him screaming “Help, help HELP!!!” ((hugs))
Listened to a Cas the Clutterbug podcast this morning while staggering through part of my morning routine. Most applicable to working moms, but some good gleanings for this childless retiree, especially the emphasis on choosing were to put my energy, and hints for finding my passion. Food for thought.
Nephew has bad infection in heart valve and is scheduled for a full body PET scan at noon CST today, prayers and good thoughts welcome.
Pooches tell me its Tummy Time, then hit the shower and take car in to windshield replacement place. T will pick me up and we’ll do “something” too rainy to walk outside, no real malls here, maybe a couple of circuits at Freddie's?
Later, lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD

2025: Chose NOW: to move more than yesterday, fuel better than yesterday, open heart and mind before mouth.

dlfk202000 · January 3

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Debbie, I hope that DH appreciates all you are doing for MIL. I wonder if she needs to live on her own anymore. Maybe you all should look for assisted living for her. I know she is difficult, so living with you
is not an option. It is a tough position to be in these days.:(

I think I will go to bed with a good book. You all take care.
XO,
Mo in Mississippi

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He is looking at his options right now- She still has at least another week or two before they want to move her out- they need the bed and she isn't improving as much as they would like.
I know he wants to do what would be best for her, in his opinion, is to bring her back to her house where she is familiar with everything plus she has her dog BUT trying to find reliable help is hard and very expensive. Assisted living homes in our area are about $8000 a month. She has three different medical insurances but none help cover the cost because she has just over the threshold for money in her savings. The VA will help some after they get below that amount which is what needs to happen.
I just know DH can NOT stay there all day every day. Just being there a few hours twice a day about pushed him over quite a few times the past 3 yrs.
It all has to be his idea- my opinions do not matter and are usually bad/wrong in his opinion.

1948CWB · January 3

MO ~ You have a beautiful smile. I bet it makes all of your little patients feel lots better just to see you.

Barbie ~ Jake's daughter also has a beautiful happy smile. Love seeing Annie between the two of you.

Tracey ~ Your cousin's death and getting home must have been terrible for his children. I hope they are doing OK now.

Lisa ~ So sorry about your bad dream! Hope that your daughter will get her two children back safely.

Good thoughts for all of you! I have read and read and cannot seem to keep up!

Got my DH home yesterday afternoon around 5 PM. He was so glad to get out of there. Now, he has a sack full of new meds to take. Praying that he will continue to improve! I was in bed before 7 PM last night as I think the week hit me hard.

Carol in GA

dlfk202000 · January 3

Going to be a very long day- DH woke me up at 4:30- the geriatric cat who uses pee pads instead of a litter box pooped IN his slip ons that he keeps next to the bed for when he gets up so he doesn't step in her mess with his bare feet- she had made a big mess so we were up cleaning that-through in a load of pee pads and his shoes into the washer then went back to bed. Couldn't get back to sleep. 6:00, one of the cats knocked something off the hutch in the kitchen, right in the water dish and smashed it- got up and cleaned that mess up. Tried to get back to sleep but gave up. Got up, made some tea and did the dishes from last night.
Surprisingly none of the cats bugged me to be fed. They were hanging around but not bugging me to eat and now they are all back asleep. Dh is still sleeping- he was talking in his sleep but I couldn't understand what he was saying-tempted to take his CPAP off to see if I could understand him but I didn't.
Going to have another cup of tea and get a few things ready before Ezie gets here. Yesterday we made vegan mocha almond fudge for her mom. Today she wants to make edible playdough nand do a craft project..
No walking the dog today- it is raining.

Debbie
Napa Valley,CA

dlfk202000 · January 3

1948CWB wrote: »

Got my DH home yesterday afternoon around 5 PM. He was so glad to get out of there. Now, he has a sack full of new meds to take. Praying that he will continue to improve! I was in bed before 7 PM last night as I think the week hit me hard.

Carol in GA

So glad to hear your dh is back home with you. Will continue to pray that he continues to improve.

cityjaneLondon · January 3

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